Exploring the mysteries of bronllys castle

Sturdy stone tower with a turbulent history
First built as a basic ‘motte-and-bailey’ castle in the late 11th or early 12th century, Bronllys Castle’s surviving stone tower dates from the 13th century. You can still climb the tower’s three floors, where far-reaching views from the highest levels give a good idea of the site’s strategic importance - its location in disputed Marches border territory saw the castle pass from English to Welsh hands several times over the centuries.
It was repaired in the early 15th century in response to the native uprising led by Owain Glyndŵr before falling into ruin. Alongside the tower, remnants of walls and the deep fosse (or dry moat) can still be seen.
Approaching Bronllys armed with the knowledge that a castle, your destination, exists somewhere nearby is a great boost to any mounting indecision and thoughts that you must have missed the correct road. The journey is easy and scenic, but doubts may creep into your awareness as the castle fails to make itself known. But, don't despair, for in an instant, a tall stone cylinder leaps into your peripheral vision. Though camouflaged by leafy hedges, Bronllys Castle resolutely guards the roadside, towering ominously next to the gateway into the medieval stronghold.
Initially, this former Norman fortress seems compact, squashed into the property that once formed the baileys of the castle. The 80 foot tall masonry keep crowns a massive mound, the motte, and is still foreboding even in ruin, as it looms directly overhead and appears ready to topple over in your way. Don't worry, though, for this round keep has persevered for centuries, and, thanks to the care of CADW: Welsh Historic Monuments and the ongoing support of the public, it most assuredly will survive another 800 years!
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[@lesjones3896]

All very good but too slow
commentary very slow and disjointed

[@Drone_Man_Wales]

Thanks for the comment advise taken on board